If the estate is valued at more than the nil rate band then the estate will usually have to pay Inheritance tax. However, there can be some exceptions to this and some reliefs or exemptions might be available that mean that Inheritance Tax does not have to be paid. We can advise on this and ensure that all available reliefs and exemptions are claimed.
Yes. You and your spouse/civil partner can make separate Wills. We offer both Single Will and Mirror Wills options. The …
Read more Wills & ProbateA personal representative is simply another name for someone who is an Executor or if there is no Will, is …
Read more Wills & ProbateNo. A Will should reflect your circumstances as they are now, not what they might be in the future. You …
Read more Wills & ProbateYou can set aside money for her using a Discretionary trust, which will not affect her entitlement to state benefits.
Read more Wills & ProbateIt is possible for you to provide for future born children. However it is advisable to cover what should happen …
Read more Wills & ProbateThe intestacy rules would apply to your estate and your partner would receive nothing under these.
Read more Wills & ProbateInheritance tax is charged at the rate of 40% on the value of your estate above the allowances available. The …
Read more Wills & ProbateThis is the term used to cover everything that needs to be done to deal with an estate. It involves …
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